The Appraisers Association of America (AAA), American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), all support the effort as a needed step to improving overall appraiser professionalism and competency, and as furthering public trust in personal property appraisers.

The online Core Course offers 25 narrated lessons that cover appraisal theory, market research, ethics, and best practices on creating appraisals. Students are also assigned an instructor to address questions.

The Foundation for Appraisal Education has announced the publication of the fifth annual edition of its appraisal guidelines.